This class provides the student with a comprehensive understanding of the analog and digital technologies of video evidence. Students will be introduced to a variety of tools available for handling the typical challenges faced when working with video evidence and the options for producing derivative evidence that maintains the integrity of the original evidence. As a hands-on class, students will be given the opportunity to work with and clarify video evidence using a variety of tools including Signalscape Starwitness systems, Adobe Photoshop, and Sony Vegas.
In this course students will learn:
Topics Include:
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Requirements:
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills are required to complete this training.
Participation
Class participation is encouraged. Multiple hands-on exercises will be included during each module.
In this course students will learn:
- Video evidence handling procedures
- Methods for producing a working copy for both analog and digital video evidence
- Common video clarification techniques
- Common image clarification techniques
- Output methods for investigative and court purposes
Topics Include:
Day 1
- Understanding video technology and CCTV security systems
- System requirements for capturing analog video evidence
- System requirements for working with digital video evidence
- Forensic workflow for producing working copies
Day 2
- Forensic filters for processing analog video evidence
- Forensic techniques for working with digital video evidence
- Image and video evidence clarification techniques
Day 3
- Producing prints from video evidence
- Options for producing videotapes and video files from video evidence
- Requirements for case file documentation
- Archival methods for video evidence
Requirements:
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills are required to complete this training.
Participation
Class participation is encouraged. Multiple hands-on exercises will be included during each module.
